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Hackers Force Shutdown of Two Key Astronomical Observatories
The International Gemini Observatory, a key player in global astronomical research, has temporarily halted astronomical operations following a cyberattack. The culprits and their motives remain unknown. The computer hack, which took place on the morning of August 1, led to the suspension of the Gemini North and South Telescopes, as detailed in an August 24…
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Wildfire Destroys Buildings at Arizona Observatory, Images Show Telescopes Intact
The Contreras Fire in Arizona reached Kitt Peak National Observatory late last week, but while some of the facility’s buildings were destroyed, it appears that the observatory’s telescopes have been spared.
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These Huge Beer Keg Tanks Will Study Cosmic Explosions
Located 4115m above sea level on the slopes of Mexico’s Volcán Sierra Negra, a new scientific tool comprised of 300 huge tanks holding 55 million litres of water, will soon detect the highest energy photons ever observed.